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Daily Physical Education as an Academic and Behavioral Intervention

SHAPE America

In a school era focused on technology and standardized tests, might the key to some students’ success lie not in more academic work on a device, but in the opportunity to move their bodies outdoors? In this article, I share how daily outdoor physical education can be used as an academic and behavioral intervention.

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Movement Matters: 5 Ways Physical Activity Improves Student Behavior

SHAPE America

It supports students’ academic achievement, mental health and overall well-being. Once a week during their lunch period, the students joined me in the school gym for exercise. Ever heard of exercise deficiency disorder? That means more than 75% of the population is exercise deficient. Physical activity improves mood.

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School sport participation

Learning Through Sport

In Year 12, a new principal decided to stop this program so more time could go ito academics. Wretman (2017) found participation in school sport had a significant standardised effect on academic achievement. School sport and academic achievement. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise , 54 (2), 299-306.

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My Top Takeaways from the Master PE Teacher Course

Gopher Sport

They are around teachers all day long and we are called and expected to improve personal and academic behavior. This is a huge factor in their success, as well in their ability to see fitness and exercise as a lifetime activity. That means they spend a lot of time with us! Our students learn to be responsible from responsible adults.

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Preventing Hearing Loss in Kids: Beware of Unsafe Listening Habits During Video Gaming and Other Activities

Stanford Childrens

Although 40 hours per week may sound like a lot, kids often use earbuds or headphones -in school for doing independent work -at home for watching videos or playing video games -at home or at athletic venues while playing sports or exercising -even in bed, while they sleep This adds up quickly!

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Pack Up, Plan Ahead: 4 Ways PE Teachers Can Prep for Next Year!

Gopher Sport

The start of the next academic year will be here before you know it; however, let me tell you a little secret: YOU GOT THIS! Remember to include various whole-school events, such as Stack Up hosted by the World Sport Stacking Association , Project ACES (All Children Exercise Simultaneously), and Field Day.

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How to Motivate Staff to Lead Physical Activity in Your Program (Even if They’re Not Fitness Pros)

Skillastics

Physical activity isnt just about exercise its about brain breaks, social-emotional growth, and giving children the space to recharge and refocus after a long school day. Structured physical activity improves concentration, teamwork, self-confidence, and even academic performance.